WATCH THE NASCAR RACE ON SUNDAY – AND
CLICK HERE TO HELP END HUNGER IN AMERICA

Advertisement

Learning
Centers

Get smart strategies for managing health conditions.

 

Breast Cancer

Lung Cancer

Cancer

most popular
articles

Viewed

Recommended

Commented

Living Through Cancer

— Sally Gall/Gallery Stock

After Diagnosis, You're on to Survivorship

Anyone who has had cancer remembers exactly when and how they got the diagnosis. Like them, you, too, will find your path through the disease. These resources from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center will help you and your loved ones on the journey. Read

 

Coping With your
Cancer Diagnosis

hand touching face

How Do I Handle This Diagnosis?

After diagnosis, people initially experience a range of emotions. Be patient with yourself. read

How to Explain Your Condition

As you begin to tell people about your diagnosis, these tips will make it easier for everyone concerned. read

Managing Your
Treatment

Mature woman arranging pills in row

The Four Myths of Pain Medication

Extreme pain is not normal. When taken correctly, meds can provide relief. read

Working With Your Health Care Team

These five tips will help you make the most of your relationships with your doctors and nurses. read

Get Support, Ease the Stress

Take care of yourself. Don't try to be a hero. You need others' help. read

Finding a
New Normal

Portrait of a senior woman

How Can I Handle Posttreatment Blues?

The end of treatment may set off an avalanche of feelings. Here's why, and here's how to deal. read

What to Know About 'Chemobrain'

Cancer and its treatment can sometimes interfere with brain functioning. But the problem is manageable. read

I Never Knew There Were 'Late Effects'

Lingering effects of cancer can take patients by surprise. Your health care team can help. read

Tackle Recurring Fears Head-on

Yes, you want to continue monitoring your health. But don't let that stop you from getting on with your life. read

A Survivor's Story

Cancer survivor John McKemie draws on many tools — relaxing, visualizing, praying and volunteering — to conquer his cancer. read

From
the Community

"I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1992 and am blessed to say that I am an 18 year survivor.  My message to all females young and old is to get an annual mammogram." — CONNIE63

Survivor
Resources

Anderson Network

Provides online programs, publications and a patient- and caregiver-support line. Go

National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship

Offers a cancer survival tool box with links to resources by cancer and treatment. Go

CancerCare

Provides one-on-one counseling and support groups led by oncology social workers. Go

National Cancer Institute

Includes links to organizations that offer assistance and details about cancer-related events. Go

discounts & benefits

Younger hand clasping older hand

Member access to caregiving support services with AARP® Caregiving Help and Advice from Genworth.

AARP Discounts on ACE Services

Members save 20% off on personal training and group fitness with American Council on Exercise.

Grandson (8-9) whispering to grandfather, close-up

Members save on hearing care with the AARP® Hearing Care Program provided by HearUSA.

Member Benefits

Members receive exclusive member benefits and affect social change. Join Today

Being Social

From the
Community

Caregiving

Connect with others who are balancing work with full-time caregiving responsibilities. Discuss

Health Nuts - AARP community group

Health Nuts

Connect with others who are interested in a healthy foods and fitness. Discuss